Together, we share the responsibility to foster and maintain a culture of respect. In support of that commitment, the university offers training designed to help employees identify and handle situations of harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, and retaliation, as well as understand the resources and support available, and know their reporting responsbilities. As of February 2024, employees at the University of Oregon are required to complete two mandatory trainings: Workplace Harassment & Discriminaton Prevention and Understanding Sexual Misconduct, Resources, and Employee Responsibilities.
Workplace Harassment & Discrimination Prevention Training
This training assists faculty and staff in identifying:
- What constitutes appropriate workplace conduct
- How to recognize harassing behavior and discrimination
- How to handle harassment situations
- Where to go to report harassment and discrimination
Click the button above to learn more and to register for the training.
Understanding Sexual Misconduct, Resources, and Employee Responsibilities Training
Launched February 2024; deadline May 22 for current employees or 90 days from hire for new employees
This annual training is designed to assist faculty and staff in identifying:
- What behaviors constitute sexual misconduct
- How to intervene and stop these behaviors
- Reporting options and responsibilities
- Where to get help and support
Click the button above to learn more and to register for the training.
Commitment from Leadership
The university is committed to equal access to programs, course offerings, facilities, admission and employment for all of its students, employees, and university community members. It is the responsibility of every member of the university community to do their part to foster an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. All members of the community are strongly encouraged to take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent or stop acts of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation when they occur.
Nicole Commissiong, Associate Vice President, Chief Civil Rights Officer, & Title IX Coordinator
"We strongly encourage all members of the community to take responsibility and reasonable actions to prevent or stop acts of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation when they occur. The Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance and the Office of Human Resources facilitate processes and provide resources in support of students and employees. We are jointly committed to serving our community as we collectively foster and maintain a culture of respect."
Mark Schmelz, Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
"At the University of Oregon, we want to create a safe and inclusive environment in which every member of the community can flourish. Harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct are unacceptable and run counter to this. Through education and training, we can ensure everyone is aware of expectations and available resources and be a part of our prevention and support efforts. Together, we can uphold the values of respect, belonging, and dignity for all.”
Karl Scholz, President
“Respect is fundamental to the University of Oregon as a workplace and as a community. We each have an important role in promoting a campus culture that is welcoming, safe and respectful. Here, faculty and staff can help build and maintain a respectful community.”
Jamie Moffitt, Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Here, we speak up to preserve a safe, inclusive workplace.
If you see something, say something. University employees are protected by federal and state laws and university policies, and have obligations as responsible employees under university policy to report information they have regarding instances of discrimination and harassment, including instances of gender discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, dating and domestic violence, and stalking. Visit the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance for more information about employee reporting obligations.
It is also important that all members of the university community understand that they can make complaints of prohibited discrimination or harassment to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance, and that the university will take steps to protect them from retaliation.
